Director of Radio/Assistant Professor of Communication

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Director of Radio/Assistant Professor of Communication
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Faculty
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Department:
Communication
Locations:
Milton, MA
Posted:
Jan 18, 2023
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Type:
Full-time
Position ID:
157873
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Founded in 1879, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a private, four-year, liberal arts-based institution in Milton Massachusetts. In addition to the main campus classes for adult learners are also offered at our campus at Cordage Park in historic Plymouth. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. offers 22 undergraduate majors, over 60 minors and concentrations, as well as five graduate programs.
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. mission is to educate and graduate students prepared to engage in successful careers and active citizenship with a global perspective. We are an inclusive community of diverse learners and educators, committed to continuing their legacy of developing effective communicators with reflective and critical thinking skills. We mentor and empower our students, building meaningful relationships that inspire them to achieve their ambitions.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. provides rigorous and relevant academic programs to undergraduate and graduate students, and their rich blend of liberal arts and career-directed programs is enhanced by practical field experiences and co-curricular activities. Learning at Curry extends beyond the classroom and is embedded in all that they do.
Diversity and a culture of equity and inclusion among students, faculty and staff are crucial to the mission statement of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***..
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sex identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law, including Title IX.
Job Description:
Aligned with the celebration of the 90th Anniversary of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Radio, the first radio broadcasting major in the United States, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is pleased to announce a search for Director of Radio/Assistant Professor who will educate and support students, lead relevant and modern programming, and manage staffing of the award-winning, WMLN 91.5 FM.
The Director of Radio/Assistant Professor of Communication has the unique opportunity to collaborate with students and colleagues to position WMLN 91.5 to meet the ever-changing broadcasting medium and to prepare students to harness their passions for music, sports, entertainment, news, and pop culture (among others) toward a career in broadcasting and audio production.
Specifically, the Director of Radio/Assistant Professor will be responsible for:
1. Maintaining community contact;
2. Making daily programming and operational decisions in accordance with established policies;
3. Performing other activities, including, but not limited to:
Selecting, training and supervising all student staff;
Serving as liaison with the FCC to insure proper station operation;
Preparing operating budgets and approving all station expenses
Maintaining contact with College personnel, State and Civic organizations and interested citizens in the development and evaluation of the overall educational, cultural and enlightenment value of the radio station; and
Performing related duties as required.
In addition to responsibilities outlined above, the Director of Radio/Assistant Professor of Communication must also be an excellent teacher and mentor. Teaching responsibilities would include developing and delivering face-to-face broadcasting and media courses on our Milton Campus including Introduction to Broadcasting, Radio Practicum, Radio Announcing, and Broadcast/Media Law. The potential to teach or develop other courses within the Communication program exists for qualified individuals.
Responsibilities include maintaining Radio Station programming in Summer and during Winter breaks under a separate administrative contract.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. or other terminal degree;
A minimum of at least 5 years radio experience;
Experience in overseeing an FM college/university radio station including on-air commercial and/or non-commercial broadcast experience including background in Radio/TV laws and regulations (FCC);
Contract knowledge regarding copyright, royalty requirements and other services; and
Understanding the equipment/technology, and technical and engineering components of an FM radio station.
Additional Information:
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
At the College's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the College, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment background checks.
Inquiries about the application of Title IX can be directed to the College's Title IX Coordinator, Elizabeth Canning at ****, (617) 979-3516, or King Academic Administration Building, 55 Atherton St, or US Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights (OCR) - Boston Office, 5 Post Office Square, 8th Floor, Boston, MA 02109-3921, (617) 289-0111.
Application Instructions:
Please apply online at ****for consideration. Interested applicants must submit the following:
a curriculum vitae;
cover letter;
a statement of your teaching philosophy;
a statement of contributions to diversity (statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through teaching, research, professional activity and/or service);
a copy of your unofficial transcript (an official transcript will be required upon acceptance of an offer of employment); and
a list of three professional references, one of which must be a former or current supervisor, including complete contact information and professional titles.

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